Mohan B. Chand, PhD.
CHAIRMAN
Dr. Mohan B. Chand, a glaciologist with a Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Degree from Hokkaido University, specializes in glacial lake dynamics and hazards in the Nepal Himalayas. He is a founding member of the Cryospheric Society of Nepal and has over 13 years of experience in glaciological research, focusing on GLOF risks, history reconstruction, and using Remote Sensing and GIS for environmental monitoring. Dr. Chand earned his MS by Research in Glaciology from Kathmandu University and has contributed to the Himalayan Cryosphere, Climate, and Disaster Research Center. He also teaches master's courses on Snow and Glaciers, Glacier Hydrology, and Climate Change at various institutions. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing both research and education in glaciology.
Reeju Shrestha
TREASURER
Reeju Shrestha holds a master’s degree in Glaciology from Kathmandu University and has extensive experience as a Research Associate. Specializing in glacier hydrology, Reeju's research interests lie in understanding the dynamics and water balance of glaciers, focusing on how climate change impacts these critical water resources. Through her work, she aims to contribute to the broader comprehension of hydrological processes in glacial environments. With a strong academic background and practical experience, Reeju is dedicated to advancing glaciological research and addressing the environmental challenges posed by a changing climate.
Saugat Paudel
SECRETARY
Saugat Paudel holds an MS by Research in Glaciology and has significant experience as a Research Associate. His research interests focus on glacier modeling, aiming to understand and predict glacier behavior and dynamics in response to climatic changes. Through his work, Saugat contributes to the development of advanced models that help in forecasting glacier melt and its impacts on water resources. With his strong academic foundation and practical experience, he is committed to enhancing our understanding of glacial systems and supporting efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change on these vital ecosystems.
Dawa Sherpa
MEMBER
Mr. Dawa Tshering Sherpa is a Research Assistant with a background in environmental management and cryospheric research. He is a Research Assistant at the Himalayan Cryosphere, Climate and Disaster Research Center (HiCCDRC) at Kathmandu University, Nepal.. He completed his M.S. by Research in Glaciology from Kathmandu University in 2019, focusing on the spatial distribution of debris thickness in the Marshyangdi River basin. He has contributed to numerous field studies across the Himalayas, particularly in glacier mass balance measurement and hydrological station installation. His consultancy role involves extensive fieldwork, data collection, and analysis using advanced techniques like Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). His interests lie in understanding glacier dynamics, glacio-hydrology, and the impacts of climate change on the Himalayan cryosphere.
Rakesh Kayastha, PhD
MEMBER
Mr. Rakesh Kayastha is a PhD candidate at the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Kathmandu University, Nepal. His research focuses on cryospheric hazards and glacio-hydrology. He completed his Master's by Research in Glaciology from Kathmandu University in 2015 and his Master’s in Environmental Science from Tribhuvan University in 2012. He has been involved in glaciological research since 2015 and in numerous field-related cryosphere studies in the remote areas of Nepal and the Himalayas. His interests focus on glacier dynamics, glacio-hydrology and glacial hazards to understand the effect of climate change on the Himalayan cryosphere.
